(USA) Senior, Software Engineer

Walmart Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart Inc. is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Sunnyvale to lead scalable software delivery, including AI/ML integration, design reviews, and maintaining secure, maintainable systems.

You will mentor peers, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure best practices across DevOps and software development. The role emphasizes continuous improvement, monitoring, and delivering high-quality solutions aligned with business goals, with opportunities to influence architecture and adoption of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or related area and 3 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
• 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
• Master’s degree in Computer Science or related area and 1 year experience
• We value WCAG accessibility knowledge and inclusive digital experiences.

Responsibilities

• Own scoped feature and model delivery through collaborative engineering teams, managing implementation, iteration, testing, and support.
• Write clean, efficient, and reliable code using multiple programming languages and drive full software development lifecycle including CI/CD deployments and automated testing.
• Integrate AI and ML components to enhance software intelligence and leverage generative AI tools to improve development velocity.
• Assist in solution design, participate in design reviews, and ensure scalable, secure, and maintainable systems.
• Monitor application performance, conduct maintenance, and ensure adherence to project timelines.
• Promote engineering excellence through knowledge sharing, mentorship, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

OO programming

CI/CD

Debugging

Stakeholder collaboration

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/related

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Python

SQL

Machine learning frameworks

Job description

Position Summary

As a Senior Software Engineer at Walmart, you will lead the delivery of scalable software solutions by managing feature implementation, testing, and ongoing support within collaborative teams. You will apply advanced programming skills and technical judgment to design, develop, and maintain high-quality systems aligned with business objectives. This role involves integrating AI/ML components, driving continuous improvement, and mentoring peers. You will engage with stakeholders to translate complex requirements into effective solutions while ensuring operational excellence through proactive monitoring and adherence to best practices in software development and DevOps.

About the Team

The team leverages advanced analytical and modeling techniques to address complex business challenges. Utilizing Python, SQL, and machine learning frameworks, members focus on model assessment, validation, and deployment. They collaborate closely with business stakeholders to translate requirements into actionable insights and data-driven solutions. Emphasizing rigorous statistical methods and effective data visualization, the team ensures clear communication of findings. Committed to continuous learning and innovation, they follow best practices and emerging technologies to deliver impactful results aligned with organizational goals.

What You’ll Do

• Own scoped feature and model delivery through collaborative engineering teams, managing implementation, iteration, testing, and support.
• Write clean, efficient, and reliable code using multiple programming languages and drive full software development lifecycle including CI/CD deployments and automated testing.
• Integrate AI and ML components to enhance software intelligence and leverage generative AI tools to improve development velocity.
• Assist in solution design, participate in design reviews, and ensure scalable, secure, and maintainable systems.
• Monitor application performance, conduct maintenance, and ensure adherence to project timelines.
• Promote engineering excellence through knowledge sharing, mentorship, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven expertise in object-oriented programming and documentation-based coding practices.
• Strong experience delivering scoped features through iterative development and collaborative engineering.
• Proficiency in debugging, code review, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Ability to design scalable, secure, and maintainable software solutions aligned with platform objectives.
• Experience integrating AI/ML components and leveraging generative AI tools to enhance development.
• Skilled in translating complex business requirements into technical solutions with measurable outcomes.
• Demonstrated technical judgment and adaptability to evolving technologies and system contexts.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills across cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Benefits

• Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage.
• Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
• Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
• You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
• The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
• Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

Additional Compensation

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

• Stock

Location and Compensation

Sunnyvale, California US-04397: The annual salary range for this position is $117,000.00 - $234,000.00

Herndon, Virginia US-10710: The annual salary range for this position is $108,000.00 - $216,000.00

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
• 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area and 1 year's experience in software engineering or related area.
• We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly.
• The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

Primary Location

680 W California Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086-4834, United States of America

Drug-Free Workplace

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

About Walmart

Fifty years ago, Sam Walton started a single mom-and-pop shop and transformed it into the world's biggest retailer. Since those founding days, one thing has remained consistent: our commitment to helping our customers save money so they can live better. Today, we're reinventing the shopping experience and our associates are at the heart of it. You'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of retail, improving millions of lives around the world. This is that place where your passions meet purpose. Join our family and create a career you're proud of.